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by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments 2022 and before
Replies: 5865
Views: 589178

Re: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments

You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '20 UK PF - Josh Ogundele (Iowa ---> Middle Tennessee)
Replies: 561
Views: 53844

Re: '20 UK PF - Josh Ogundele (Offer)

CHICO 78 wrote: 4 years ago Awfully quiet OV. Not much of a buzz. A little activity and then ....crickets. :?p
It’s a recruiting visit. What type of buzz are you expecting?
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: GM 5 Football @ Brown 12:30pm Saturday Oct 5
Replies: 94
Views: 4336

Re: GM 5 Football @ Brown 12:30pm Saturday Oct 5

No pass rush and seemingly any receiver can run free over the middle. Not a good combo.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019-20 A-10 Predictions
Replies: 348
Views: 30214

Re: 2019-20 A-10 Predictions

It all comes down to the OOC. A10 has to perform significantly better than past 3 years. If the top 4 knock off some Top 50 teams in OOC and all come into league play with NET ratings in the Top 60 then 4 bids is possible as all ships rise even if they beat each other up a bit.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019-20 A-10 Predictions
Replies: 348
Views: 30214

Re: 2019-20 A-10 Predictions

Rhody83 wrote: 4 years ago This guys Twitter account states he works for NBC. What an ahole tweet.
It's a joke.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019-20 A-10 Predictions
Replies: 348
Views: 30214

Re: 2019-20 A-10 Predictions

If you’re looking at important in terms of opportunity then it is definitely that. But if we define it as a season make or break game, then I’d tend to agree with you. I think I’d give Katz the benefit of the doubt that he’s looking at it more in terms of the potential impact on the college basketb...
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019-20 A-10 Predictions
Replies: 348
Views: 30214

Re: 2019-20 A-10 Predictions

We will be playing a secret scrimmage vs BC on 10/20
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Tickets
Replies: 118
Views: 11976

Re: Tickets

But we always play a few cupcakes, low level games. And we always have a chunk of games when students aren’t on campus. What we don’t always have is PC at the RC, plus 5 other home games against Top 75 opponents in a year when we expect to Dance or come might close. It would be disappointing if aver...
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Tickets
Replies: 118
Views: 11976

Re: Tickets

I do think the expectation is that URI will have a postseason chance...NCAA/NIT. And we are also coming off our most successful attendance season in a year we did not qualify for a postseason tourney, whereas the interest garnered during Hurley years still seems to be strong. While the schedule is t...
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: Updated offense stats
Replies: 12
Views: 705

Re: Updated offense stats

Go straight Erhardt era and pass on almost every down.
Only runs should be with Dorsey in as Wildcat QB, eliminate the Bryant dives up the middle from Priore.
Spread out the passing game tho to be more dynamic. Get TEs, FBs, others involved. Be creative.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Tickets
Replies: 118
Views: 11976

Re: Tickets

Has anyone heard any read on ticket sales? Are we trending up vs last year? Given the strength of schedule and anticipated strength of the team I would hope we break attendance records this year.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019 Offseason Discussion
Replies: 774
Views: 66143

Re: 2019 Offseason Discussion

https://expandtheboxscore.com/articles/mid-major-players-to-watch/ They highlight 3 players. Would have been nice to see how Cyril would handle Lamb if we could have gotten a game with Vermont. The battle I'm looking forward to is Cyril vs Nate Watson. Watson is going to be a problem for PC opponen...
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: GM 4 Football vs Stony Brook 7pm Saturday Sept 28
Replies: 84
Views: 5095

Re: GM 4 Football vs Stony Brook 7pm Saturday Sept 28

It’s just a waste of 2 of the most dynamic offensive players we have had in a while in Parker and Dorsey. You can literally throw it up and Parker wins the jump ball 9 times out of 10. So disappointing the kid won’t go out a winner he’s a generational talent for us.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: GM 4 Football vs Stony Brook 7pm Saturday Sept 28
Replies: 84
Views: 5095

Re: GM 4 Football vs Stony Brook 7pm Saturday Sept 28

Struggling offensively and 1 touch for Dorsey. It’s a travesty.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Suggested KB banner
Replies: 79
Views: 4599

Re: Suggested KB banner

The kid Garro is phenomenal. I’ve seen a few reports of the most active and engaged social media accounts in FCS, and ours is always in the Top 20 despite our on field results. His content is dynamic, edgy and built for the younger fan base.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Major NCAA Recruiting FBI Investigation
Replies: 424
Views: 34274

Re: Major NCAA Recruiting FBI Investigation

Georgia Tech just was put on probation and ruled ineligible for the 2019-20 ncaa tourney due to “impermissible benefits” that occurred during Josh pastner’s tenure.

Seems like Kansas, Arizona should end up with same fate. But they are blue bloods so time will tell.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: CSM Top 144 Ranking
Replies: 55
Views: 7168

Re: CSM Top 144 Ranking

I believe that Harvard team from last year was without Aiken and Towns, both of whom are back this year and both of which were highly regarded players. On top of that they added Chris Ledlum a Top 100 player who is going to be a helluva talent in the Ivy. They may be slightly overrated, and we are d...
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: 2019 football schedule
Replies: 105
Views: 12014

Re: 2019 football schedule

8/31 - at Ohio (L 41-20) 9/7 - Delaware (L 44-36 OT) 9/21 - at New Hampshire (L 27-24) 9/28 - Stony Brook (Even) 10/5 - at Brown (-11.5) 10/12 - at Virginia Tech (+28.5) 10/19 - at Albany (+3) 10/26 - Elon (+1.5) 11/2 - Merrimack (-19.5) 11/9 - at William & Mary (+3) 11/16 - at Maine (+11) 11/2...
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: GM 4 Football vs Stony Brook 7pm Saturday Sept 28
Replies: 84
Views: 5095

Re: GM 4 Football vs Stony Brook 7pm Saturday Sept 28

Seems like over the last couple years Stony Brook has been a physical defensive team and a power running team. Not necessarily the best matchup for Rhody based on what we have seen thus far.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Major NCAA Recruiting FBI Investigation
Replies: 424
Views: 34274

Re: Major NCAA Recruiting FBI Investigation

Same thing is going to happen to Arizona for sure. Creighton as well. But still unclear what the penalties will be and all they keep saying is that won't be finalized for 9 months.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: GM 3 Football @ New Hampshire 6pm Saturday Sept 21
Replies: 80
Views: 6337

Re: GM 3 Football @ New Hampshire 6pm Saturday Sept 21

Dorsey averages 15 yards a touch and only gets the ball 3 times in the game. Do the NY Giants and Rhody share play calling secrets? We go to the wildcat for a short span of the game and then never do it again. Get that kid the ball in space he is electric. Going to be a waste of a few tremendous guy...
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: GM 3 Football @ New Hampshire 6pm Saturday Sept 21
Replies: 80
Views: 6337

Re: GM 3 Football @ New Hampshire 6pm Saturday Sept 21

Good to very good recruiter. Mediocre coach.
We play way too conservative, as if coaching not to lose. Unimaginative play calling. We have 2 potential NFL players on offense and we are 0-3.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: GM 3 Football @ New Hampshire 6pm Saturday Sept 21
Replies: 80
Views: 6337

Re: GM 3 Football @ New Hampshire 6pm Saturday Sept 21

Parker is a stud and best player on the field every game

Our defensive line has been bullied now for 2 straight games. No pressure on QB and gashing runs right up the gut.

Our play calling continues to be a big weakness. Lacks imagination. More should be done to put ball in Dorseys hands.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019-20 Schedule (top post is current)
Replies: 1077
Views: 95496

Re: 2019-20 Schedule (top post is current)

Dam Saturday math. You are right RF
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019-20 Schedule (top post is current)
Replies: 1077
Views: 95496

Re: 2019-20 Schedule (top post is current)

Using these rankings we will play 13 games against Top 75.
6 of those at home
6 away
1 neutral

Best Rhody schedule in as long as I can remember.
If we reach our ceiling I have to imagine we will break the attendance records. Prediction contest should be extra fun this year.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '20 DC SG - Ishmael Leggett (Rhode Island Commit)
Replies: 602
Views: 83918

Re: '20 DC SG - Ishmael Leggett (Rhode Island Commit)

Yes seem a like a true combo guard. Love his build and his high shooting % and ability to finish with either hand seems to indicate he got a lot of buckets inside the 3 pt line. Built like a bull. Scouts also point to his high bball IQ which translates excellent for a lead guard/PG.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: '20 DC SG - Ishmael Leggett (Rhode Island Commit)
Replies: 602
Views: 83918

Re: '20 DC SG - Ishmael Leggett (Rhode Island Commit)

Based on his videos, scouting reports and muscular build he clearly looks like more of a slashing/attack the paint kind of guard, vs a perimeter scorer. I think the low number of 3 pt shots vs his other shots (12.5% of total attempts based on EYBL stats) seems to also indicate that.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019-20 Schedule (top post is current)
Replies: 1077
Views: 95496

Re: 2019-20 Schedule (top post is current)

Finishing .500 would most likely mean Rhody loses to every Q1 and Q2 team on their OOC schedule. Losing to Maryland, Alabama, LSU, W Virginia, PC & W. Kentucky. Beating LIU, Nicholls St, North Texas, Manhattan, Middle Tenn & Brown. Not exactly impressive wins. That would be a horrible resul...
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019 Offseason Discussion
Replies: 774
Views: 66143

Re: 2019 Offseason Discussion

I wanna see Dana with confidence. Kid is talented but was scared and hesitant. Umm he was a freshman. If he looks scared or hesitant as a veteran it’s worth mentioning, many FR struggle trying to get acclimated. They were usually the best player on their team for their entire life then college come...
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019-20 Schedule (top post is current)
Replies: 1077
Views: 95496

Re: 2019-20 Schedule (top post is current)

IMO Rhody and Bonnies should be ranked higher. There is no way there are 6 teams in the Big East better than PC this year, so they should be higher too. Dayton seems about right but I think they will play into being a Top 40 team this year, CSM has them more highly regarded than other media which is...
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: All Other College Sports
Topic: PC Basketball News and Midnight Madness 2019
Replies: 45
Views: 7816

Re: PC Basketball News and Midnight Madness 2019

A bunch of people sleeping through a John Legend set sounds like the perfect midnight madness for the Fryers.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments 2022 and before
Replies: 5865
Views: 589178

Re: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments

DC_Rams wrote: 4 years ago Very steathly. They have been recruiting and building relationships. When the commits start happening, be surprised. They are working despite the lack of tweets.
I’m willing to trust you here DC, hope u prove to be right. Go Rhody!!
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments 2022 and before
Replies: 5865
Views: 589178

Re: General Recruiting Discussion/Comments

Either this staff follows the Biggie motto of “bad boys move in silence” or this is not going to be a good recruiting period for us. Way too quiet in this section for my liking. VCU signed two more kids today I believe. Meanwhile no news on visits, and no real news on even who we are prioritizing be...
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades
Replies: 4249
Views: 334404

Re: Ryan Center In-Game Experience - Issues and Upgrades

Godspeed ATP, you got a village behind you!
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: Recruitment Corner
Topic: ‘20 ME SG -Aidan Carpenter (Sienna Commit)
Replies: 8
Views: 1945

Re: ‘20 ME SG -Aidan Carpenter (Sienna Commit)

Played for RI Elite in AAU this past Spring and had a big season. I have no idea if he is a RI kid but its AAU so no reason to be from RI to play for a team called RI Elite :) .
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019 Offseason Discussion
Replies: 774
Views: 66143

Re: 2019 Offseason Discussion

The kids at A10 Talk are just that, kids, and their takes on things are generally off base or amateur-ish. Understandable given they are kids, but somewhat embarrassing given they can be seen as the Twitter handle for the league.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: GM 2 Football vs Delaware 7pm Saturday Sept 7
Replies: 85
Views: 9190

Re: GM 2 Football vs Delaware 7pm Saturday Sept 7

IMO few things happening in red zone that are limiting us: -O line isn’t creating any push or windows for Bryant to run inside -Our QB is not a threat with his feet so outside backers can pinch middle to plug gaps -Don’t really use our TE which is usually a huge red zone weapon - look at what Delawa...
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019 Offseason Discussion
Replies: 774
Views: 66143

Re: 2019 Offseason Discussion

From an eye test after seeing the team together at yesterday’s tailgate Jacob Toppin is our tallest player. Seems to be an inch or so taller than Cyril and Jermaine. Bodes well if his ball skills are as good as people are saying.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: GM 2 Football vs Delaware 7pm Saturday Sept 7
Replies: 85
Views: 9190

Re: GM 2 Football vs Delaware 7pm Saturday Sept 7

Game preview with Jim Fleming quotes here. https://www.providencejournal.com/sports/20190906/rhody-football-hoping-to-turn-on-lights-and-excitement-vs-blue-hens Was it not logical for the photo editor to use the beautiful night shot of Meade Stadium that circulated all over Twitter and Insta for th...
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: URI Athletics
Topic: GM 2 Football vs Delaware 7pm Saturday Sept 7
Replies: 85
Views: 9190

Re: GM 2 Football vs Delaware 7pm Saturday Sept 7

Game preview with Jim Fleming quotes here. https://www.providencejournal.com/sports/20190906/rhody-football-hoping-to-turn-on-lights-and-excitement-vs-blue-hens Was it not logical for the photo editor to use the beautiful night shot of Meade Stadium that circulated all over Twitter and Insta for th...
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019-20 Schedule (top post is current)
Replies: 1077
Views: 95496

Re: 2019-20 Schedule (top post is current)

Yeah the results weren’t great...we only went a full calendar year without losing an a10 game, won back to back league titles and won 2 games in the NCAA tourney. Beyond that they weren’t anything special.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: How do you feel about the latest Austin and John Carroll Hires?
Replies: 25
Views: 3070

Re: How do you feel about the latest Austin and John Carroll Hires?

Rhody83 wrote: 4 years ago
bigappleram wrote: 4 years ago I would love to know if we talked to TJ Sorrentine for this role...he seemed like an obvious candidate
They didn’t interview him.
That's a miss IMO. Especially since talking to him could be done with a 20 minute car ride.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019-20 Schedule (top post is current)
Replies: 1077
Views: 95496

Re: 2019-20 Schedule (top post is current)

PC on a Friday on ESPN2. That'll be an electric atmosphere at the Ryan!
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019 Offseason Discussion
Replies: 774
Views: 66143

Re: 2019 Offseason Discussion

I agree Fatts forced shots, but I don't agree people played off him and don't recall that much at all. Fatts took too many contested threes, or threes off the dribble. When he was set up off a catch and shoot, or had space, he was a much better shooter. But he did not get a ton of clean open looks l...
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: How do you feel about the latest Austin and John Carroll Hires?
Replies: 25
Views: 3070

Re: How do you feel about the latest Austin and John Carroll Hires?

I would love to know if we talked to TJ Sorrentine for this role...he seemed like an obvious candidate
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: How do you feel about the latest Austin and John Carroll Hires?
Replies: 25
Views: 3070

Re: How do you feel about the latest Austin and John Carroll Hires?

Agree with TP and DC, i would have liked an option that said "I'll let you know at the end of the season".
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: Asst. Coach Posting?
Replies: 882
Views: 75098

Re: Asst. Coach Posting?

I get that but in his special role that I believe restricts his ability to recruit and interact with players. I am talking about the core 3 assistants of last year (Sutton, Carroll, ty) and now Sutton, TJ and Austin.
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019 Offseason Discussion
Replies: 774
Views: 66143

Re: 2019 Offseason Discussion

Fatts is a dynamic player, with the potential to change a game single handedly. Regardless of last season's performance we simply do not have many other players on our roster with his ability to impact a game. What he had to learn was how to impact a game BEYOND scoring. He learned the hard way, thr...
by bigappleram
4 years ago
Forum: NCAAs or Bust!
Topic: 2019-20 Schedule (top post is current)
Replies: 1077
Views: 95496

Re: 2019-20 Schedule (top post is current)

Very good schedule. 3 of the 4 predicted top teams in the league did their part to schedule tough (VCU, Davidson, URI). Dayton is the only one to not put together a schedule that matches their ambitions. In the next tier I would say the same for Bonnies and Duquesne, they scheduled below their poten...